India, March 19 -- From creche facilities in schools and AI-based teacher training to extending the Mid-Day Meal scheme till Class 12 and setting up residential sports academies, a wide range of suggestions were put before Chief Minister Rekha Gupta during a public dialogue on Wednesday, as she gears up to present budget for 2026-27 fiscal.

In an effort to make the budget more practical and inclusive, Gupta hosted a special 'Samvad' (dialogue) programme at the Delhi Secretariat, bringing together students, working women, teachers and sportspersons to share their experiences and expectations.

Gupta assured participants that their suggestions would be reflected in the upcoming budget. She emphasised that public participation is the strong...